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Leather & Lark by Brynne Weaver

dark emotional funny

• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes

4.0

I liked this! I really loved Lark and her growth through out the book. I didn’t read the blurb so I was pleasantly surprised with the marriage of convenience, which is one of my favorite tropes. I did find the pacing to be off and the mystery could’ve been great but it wasn’t given much page time. Honestly, I kind of forgot about it while reading. This book focused more on the romance and not so much the killing and mystery. Even though I really enjoyed it and will definitely pick up the 3rd book, I can see why others were disappointed. 

Blood of Desiderium by Ali Stuebbe

dark

3.5

I liked the concept and characters but wasn’t a fan of the writing style. It was very wordy with a lot of inter dialogue and metaphors. I found it to be a hinderance to the pacing of the plot. 

Casket Case by Lauren Evans

emotional hopeful reflective medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes

4.0

Casket Case follows Nora, a casket store owner, and Garrett, a logistics coordinator for Death. This wasn’t the light and quirky rom com I was expecting but I really enjoyed it. Nora is imperfect and messy and her relationship with Garrett is imperfect and messy. I liked the small town romance mixed with heavier themes. I liked following Nora as she navigated grief, figured out what she wanted for her future, and learned to accept death as a part of life. I thought this was a great debut and am looking forward to reading more by Lauren Evans. 

Blood Promise by Richelle Mead

4.0

Spark of the Everflame by Penn Cole

4.0

Solid start to the series. I liked the world, the magic system, the sloooow burn romance, and our FMC Diem. She was frustrating at times but I’m excited to see her grow through out the series. Will definitely continue!

Shadow Kiss by Richelle Mead

fast-paced

• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes

4.0

Loving this series! Shadow Kiss seems to be setting up for the rest of the series and I can’t wait to read it. I love these characters and I really enjoyed Rose’s growth in this book. 

Frostbite by Richelle Mead

fast-paced

4.0

Loving this series! So many interesting characters. I’m loving Rose’s character development. Can’t wait to continue 

Vampire Academy by Richelle Mead

fast-paced

• Loveable characters? Yes

4.0

Solid start to the series! The world is interesting and I enjoyed the teenage drama and angst. I like Rose and her snarkiness and I’m excited to see her grow. 

Fate of the Sun King by Nisha J. Tuli

adventurous emotional tense medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes

5.0

This is an incredible series and Fate of the Sun King was an amazing continuation of the story. I absolutely love Nisha J Tuli’s writing and world building skills. I can’t wait for the final book later this year. 

Her Dark Salvation by Katelyn Brehm

fast-paced

• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes

4.0

Her Dark Salvation mixes two of my favorite things, paranormal and mafia romance. I really enjoyed the main characters and loved that our FMC is in her 40s. I loved watching her leave her comfort zone and go after things she wants for herself. The book is well written and the romance and spice were also great! I love that this is the start of an interconnected stand alone series and will definitely pick up the rest of the books as they’re published.